In this 30-minute session, a school law attorney and a veteran district leader will walk through the most common BIP pitfalls, what the law actually requires, and practical steps you can take to close the gaps.
About the Presenter
Stephanie Jones has more than two decades of experience as a general school attorney. Stephanie’s broad and deep knowledge spans all areas of school law, including labor and employment, litigation, business workings, and board governance. As former general counsel for the Illinois State Board of Education, she has unparalleled familiarity with the inner workings of the ISBE and an extensive understanding of what it takes to run a large governmental organization.
Stephanie’s family background has played a major role in shaping her success as a leader in school law. Her mother was a teacher, an elementary school principal, and a role model who taught her to value learning, fairness, and justice and inspired her to pursue the practice of law.
She enjoys the teaching element inherent in her role and puts her skills to use by educating her clients on their legal responsibilities, conducting professional development and best-practices training, and delivering presentations and speeches. She is a sought-after presenter on the state and national level, recognized for her engaging style and practical advice.
